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Surfer Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers find a coastal retreat at this Mission Beach hotel where the relaxed atmosphere invites guests to unwind and embrace seaside tranquility

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board - Surfer Beach Hotel (San Diego)
Surfer Beach Hotel offers a quintessential beach experience where guests can spread out on the sand or relax with coffee in hand. The property serves as an ideal base for surfing enthusiasts, provides a refreshing pool area, and features rooms with ocean vistas.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - king
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Ocean View Jr Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - king
Premium bedding
  • Ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View | View from room

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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View from room

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Pacific Beach, a neighborhood in San Diego, Surfer Beach Hotel is in the entertainment district and on the beach. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Aerial of Mission Beach in San Diego, CA
    Mission and Pacific Beaches
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Sunset at the Pacific Beach Pier on Christmas Day. #BVS100K
    Pacific Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mission Beach which includes a bay or harbor, a beach and landscape views
    Mission Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Aerial view of Mission Beach in San Diego California with sandy beach and vacation rental houses
    Mission Beach Boardwalk
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mission Bay which includes a sandy beach
    Mission Bay
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station
    5 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station
    12 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pacific Beach AleHouse
    6 min walk
  • Pacific Beach Shore Club
    6 min walk
  • The Open Bar
    5 min walk
  • The Local Pacific Beach
    5 min walk
  • Firehouse Pacific Beach
    7 min walk

About this property

Surfer Beach Hotel

Hotel near Mission Beach
Take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a library at Surfer Beach Hotel. With amenities like a beachfront location and surfing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, concierge services, and a vending machine
  • An elevator, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 53 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Pillowtop mattresses and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 50-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 37.50 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • World Famous

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 37.50 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Beach Surfer
Hotel Surfer
Surfer Beach
Surfer Beach Hotel
Surfer Hotel
Surfer Beach San Diego
Surfer Beach Hotel San Diego
Hotel Surfer Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Surfer Beach Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Surfer Beach Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 37.50 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Surfer Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Surfer Beach Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Surfer Beach Hotel located?

Located in Pacific Beach, this beachfront hotel is on the boardwalk/promenade and within a 5-minute walk of Mission and Pacific Beaches, Mission Beach, and Mission Beach Boardwalk. Mission Bay is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) away.

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Reviews

Surfer Beach Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 568 out of 1199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 1199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 1199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1199 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean, staff was great, great location, will definitely stay there again..
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly. They upgraded us to an oceanfront room for free since they had availabilities, I didn't even ask for it! Location is perfect, right on the beach in the middle of all the action. Fell asleep listening to the waves
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom was outdated but the service by Hunter and other staff more then made up for it. Would recommend this hotel to others. Good value!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I love surfer Beach Hotel. It’s close to Woody’s and the duck dive bar and restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean view was fantastic. We were right in the boardwalk. Everything (dining, shopping and entertainment) was accessible. I will definitely be coming back and staying there. The staff was amazing as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Dani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super cute place with a family feel! Can’t beat the price. Room was clean and spacious!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ruby

A little sketchy at first but it turned into the best location stay, room was very clean, shower was very small and we needed more counter space. Only a Small walk to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff were very nice. We arrived early and they let us check in as soon as the room was cleaned. The location was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Rick Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were first class, and went out of their way for us. Everything is close by, beach front with a great paved walkway, and restaurants close by. Would definitely recommend.
Jr Suites view
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, price & friendly staff! Rooms needs a little TLC as they're a bit outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Staff & service
The view was terrific, even with the restaurant roof right in front of the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and roomy. Bed was comfortable. Location was excellent. We had a balcony room with beach /ocean view. Nice restaurant right in back and we were right on the boardwalk, with plenty of shops and small restaurants. Not the classiest name brand hotel, but it was everything we wanted.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

randall

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful. Room was clean with nice views of the ocean. Close to a lot of restuarants and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were great as always and the room had been updated.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DONALD

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views! Service was great and friendly. Great place for families and convenient next to stores, restaurants and beach walk.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Pawel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great staff, fantastic location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Amenities, no microwave as indicated in ad. We could have used towels and soaps, and kleenex. The gentleman who checked us in was great. Not sure his name, but he was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing view and always a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Luis

It was nice to be close to the beach but the room was just okay. There was a smell and the bed wasn’t the most comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved the staff and so close to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alicia

The room smell mildew. The stuff is friendly. I will be back to stay with my family again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay right on the beach with very helpful and friendly staff! Especially Elijah, he was a huge help throughout our stay! Would stay here again 100%!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Amenities
Great spot , located directly on the beach , can hear the waves crashing all night!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff and access to Beach
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent locating and really nice accommodations for the money
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025